Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor
Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of
inspiration. Discover the history behind the captivating bronze sculptures and
enjoy the beauty of art and nature. The park and its partners continue the
tradition of the Cornish Colony of artists. Unleash your creativity today.

Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the captivating bronze sculptures and enjoy the beauty of art and nature. The park and its partners continue the tradition of the Cornish Colony of artists. Unleash your creativity today.

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

The 20 dollar gold piece Saint-Gaudens designed, is considered the most beautiful American coin ever minted

Twenty dollar gold coin, 1907

Visitors looking at the bronze cast of the Shaw Memorial, Saint-Gaudens' masterpiece.

The Shaw Memorial

Built in 1817, Saint-Gaudens came here in 1885. He named it Aspet after the birthplace of his father in France.

Aspet, home of Augustus Saint-Gaudens

The Little Studio where Augustus Saint-Gaudens worked, exhibits some his well known works.

Interior of the Little Studio

The Formal Gardens remain much like they were in the artist's time.

Formal Gardens

At the upper end of the reservoir, the Ottauquechee River flows through the
sheer-faced 165-ft deep Quechee Gorge, one of the outstanding natural
spectacles in the state. An overlook area and a state-managed campground as
well as a new Visitor Center opening in the summer of 2005 are nearby. At
North Hartland Lake, there is boating on the 215-acre lake, picnicking in a
wooded picnic area, grills, playground, play field, horseshoe pits, volleyball
nets, nature trail and a small beach offering swimming. There are three picnic
shelters at North Hartland Lake that can be reserved for a group event for a
nominal fee. The trash policy for the park is carry in/carry out. For up-to-
date information, call (802) 295-2855.

At the upper end of the reservoir, the Ottauquechee River flows through the sheer-faced 165-ft deep Quechee Gorge, one of the outstanding natural spectacles in the state. An overlook area and a state-managed campground as well as a new Visitor Center opening in the summer of 2005 are nearby. At North Hartland Lake, there is boating on the 215-acre lake, picnicking in a wooded picnic area, grills, playground, play field, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, nature trail and a small beach offering swimming. There are three picnic shelters at North Hartland Lake that can be reserved for a group event for a nominal fee. The trash policy for the park is carry in/carry out. For up-to-date information, call (802) 295-2855.

## Overview

North Hartland Lake is a US Army Corps of Engineers day use facility located
on the Ottauquechee River in North Hartland, VT. Close to the towns of
Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Hartford, Vermont, North Hartland Lake is a
popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.

## Recreation

Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North
Hartland Lake. A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables
and grills are available for all to enjoy. Family gatherings and events are
also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.

## Facilities

Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North
Hartland Lake. A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables
and grills are available for all to enjoy. Family gatherings and events are
also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.

## Natural Features

The North Hartland Lake Day Use Area provides a sandy swimming beach and boat
access to the Ottauquechee River. Shaded areas and open lawns provide a
variety of picnic opportunities.

## Nearby Attractions

Quechee State Park provides opportunities for tent and RV camping as well as
hiking. The Quechee Gorge is also a great area for sightseeing and exploring.

<h2>Overview</h2>
North Hartland Lake is a US Army Corps of Engineers day use facility located on the Ottauquechee River in North Hartland, VT. Close to the towns of Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Hartford, Vermont, North Hartland Lake is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in the Upper Valley.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North Hartland Lake.  A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables and grills are available for all to enjoy.  Family gatherings and events are also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Swimming, fishing, paddling, and boating are all popular activities at North Hartland Lake.  A playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, picnic tables and grills are available for all to enjoy.  Family gatherings and events are also popular at any of the three picnic pavilions.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The North Hartland Lake Day Use Area provides a sandy swimming beach and boat access to the Ottauquechee River.  Shaded areas and open lawns provide a variety of picnic opportunities.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Quechee State Park provides opportunities for tent and RV camping as well as hiking. The Quechee Gorge is also a great area for sightseeing and exploring.

Lower Shelter

Upper Shelter

NORTH HARTLAND LAKE BEACH (VT)

Small Shelter

North Hartland Lake Beach (Vt)

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North Hartland Lake

Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the
Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the
United States. This is a landscape of loss, recovery, and conservation. This
is a story of stewardship, of people taking care of places - sharing an
enduring connection to land and a sense of hope for the future.

Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, recovery, and conservation. This is a story of stewardship, of people taking care of places - sharing an enduring connection to land and a sense of hope for the future.

Bird's eye view of the park

Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park

The lake offers fishing for largemouth bass and other warmwater species. The
boat ramp is open to canoes and small, flat-bottomed boats only. Nearby
Stoughton Pond is stocked with rainbow trout and has a 5-mph limit. Facilities
include a swim beach, drinking water, picnic tables, grills, and restrooms.
Fees may apply for some facilities. For up-to-date information, call (802)
886-2775.

The lake offers fishing for largemouth bass and other warmwater species.  The boat ramp is open to canoes and small, flat-bottomed boats only.  Nearby Stoughton Pond is stocked with rainbow trout and has a 5-mph limit.  Facilities include a swim beach, drinking water, picnic tables, grills,  and restrooms.  Fees may apply for some facilities.  For up-to-date information, call (802) 886-2775.

## Overview

Stoughton Pond Recreation Area is a day use area located to the north of North
Springfield Lake. Stoughton Pond is located off State Route 106 on Stoughton
Pond Road in Perkinsville, Vermont.

## Recreation

Stoughton Pond Recreation Area offers plenty of activities for visitors of all
ages. Many people enjoy canoeing, kayaking, boating and fishing. The state of
Vermont Department of Fish and Game annually stock the pond with rainbow
trout, and the pond also offers excellent bass fishing. A boat ramp is
available, located off Plains Road.  
  
An interpretive trail winds along the side of the pond. Hikers are treated to
views of wetlands and uplands, both with a wide diversity of natural habitats.
A multi-use trail system is located at the main reservoir, North Springfield
Lake.

## Facilities

Stoughton Pond Recreation Area offers plenty of activities for visitors of all
ages. Many people enjoy canoeing, kayaking, boating and fishing. The state of
Vermont Department of Fish and Game annually stock the pond with rainbow
trout, and the pond also offers excellent bass fishing. A boat ramp is
available, located off Plains Road.  
  
An interpretive trail winds along the side of the pond. Hikers are treated to
views of wetlands and uplands, both with a wide diversity of natural habitats.
A multi-use trail system is located at the main reservoir, North Springfield
Lake.

## Natural Features

Stoughton Pond is situated among rolling hills on the North Branch of the
Black River. Open lawns cover the park, with hardwood and softwood trees
offering areas of shade and wildlife habitat.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Stoughton Pond Recreation Area is a day use area located to the north of North Springfield Lake. Stoughton Pond is located off State Route 106 on Stoughton Pond Road in Perkinsville, Vermont. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Stoughton Pond Recreation Area offers plenty of activities for visitors of all ages. Many people enjoy canoeing, kayaking, boating and fishing. The state of Vermont Department of Fish and Game annually stock the pond with rainbow trout, and the pond also offers excellent bass fishing. A boat ramp is available, located off Plains Road. <br/>
<br/>
An interpretive trail winds along the side of the pond. Hikers are treated to views of wetlands and uplands, both with a wide diversity of natural habitats. A multi-use trail system is located at the main reservoir, North Springfield Lake. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Stoughton Pond Recreation Area offers plenty of activities for visitors of all ages. Many people enjoy canoeing, kayaking, boating and fishing. The state of Vermont Department of Fish and Game annually stock the pond with rainbow trout, and the pond also offers excellent bass fishing. A boat ramp is available, located off Plains Road. <br/>
<br/>
An interpretive trail winds along the side of the pond. Hikers are treated to views of wetlands and uplands, both with a wide diversity of natural habitats. A multi-use trail system is located at the main reservoir, North Springfield Lake. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Stoughton Pond is situated among rolling hills on the North Branch of the Black River. Open lawns cover the park, with hardwood and softwood trees offering areas of shade and wildlife habitat.

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